O’Flaherty

Mr. O’Flaherty recently had the opportunity to visit the Charite Hospital in Berlin, Germany. The Charité Berlin is a famous clinical centre. It is Europe’s largest university hospital, and, for many years in a row, has been awarded “Germany’s Best Hospital” – the highest national ranking for hospital medical quality. Within its more than 300-years…

The use of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) in the treatment of tendon problems continues to increase, as does the evidence behind its use. It is especially useful in the setting of Achilles Tendon and Plantar Fascia issues that will not respond to standard treatment with physiotherapy and stretches. Mr. O’Flaherty has been using shockwave in…

Belfast Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Mr. Maurice O’Flaherty, announces some of the foot and ankle surgery courses coming up this year. These courses are of interest to consultant surgeons and senior orthopaedic trainees looking to forward their knowledge of foot and ankle surgery. Happy New Year 2016! Bristol Advanced Arthroscopy Foot & Ankle Course Date: …